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Red Bellied Piranha

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Red Bellied Piranha

Red Bellied Piranha

Scientific Name:

Serrasalmus nattereri
Family: Serrasalmidae
Origin: Gyuana
Adult Size: 11 inches (28 cm)
Social: Aggressive, keep alone or in schools
Lifespan: 10 years
Tank Level: Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
Diet: Carnivore, prefers live foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Difficult
pH: 5.5 - 7.5
Hardness: up to 20 dGH
Temperature: 73-81 F (23-27 C)

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